Installation Sheet

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Technical Information
Water pressure
Recommended 15 - 75 PSI (0.1 - 0.5 MPa)
Maximum 145 PSI (1 MPa)
Hot water temp.
Recommended 120°-140° F (48° - 60° C)*
Maximum 158°F (70° C)*
Flow rate - 16561xx1, 16556xx1
handshower max. 1.8 GPM (6.8 L/min)
spout 5.8 GPM (22 L/min) @ 44 PSI
Flow rate - 16540xx1, 16551xx1
handshower max. 2.0 GPM (7.6 L/min)
spout 5.8 GPM (22 L/min) @ 44 PSI
* Please know and follow all applicable local plumbing
codes when setting the temperature on the water heater.
Installation Considerations
• For best results, Hansgrohe recommends that this
unit be installed by a licensed, professional plumber.
• Please read over these instructions thoroughly
before beginning installation. Make sure that you
have all tools and supplies needed to complete the
installation.
• This unit is not anti-scald. In Massachusetts, or
if required by local plumbing code, install an
approved remote pressure balance valve or other
approved anti-scald device.
• Protection against backflow is provided by a double
check valve.
•
16561xx1, 16556xx1 only: This handshower is
for use with automatic compensating valves rated at
1.4 GPM (5.3 L/min) or less.
•
16540xx1, 16551xx1 only: This handshower is
for use with automatic compensating valves rated at
1.5 GPM (5.7 L/min.) or less.
• To prevent scald injury, the maximum output
temperature of the shower mixing valve must be no
higher than 120°F. In Massachusetts, the maximum
output temperature can be no higher than 112° F.
• Keep this booklet and the receipt (or other proof
of date and place of purchase) for this product in
a safe place. The receipt is required should it be
necessary to request warranty parts.